Gianmarco Tamberi and Mutaz Essa Barshim both cleared 2.37 metres.
Barshim added gold to the bronze and silver he won in 2012 and 2016 respectively, while Maksim Nedasekau of Belarus took bronze.The decision to share the medal was overwhelmingly well received on social media.of the nicest people in our sport sharing gold.”Athletics performance coach Steve Magness said on his Twitter account: “The sharing of the Olympic gold from Barshim and Tamberi and emotional outlet right after from both is what it’s all about. What a moment in the high jump.
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